Snow motion: Snowshoeing, the perfect way to explore Northern Michigan

December 16, 2008

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For Gaylord resident Terry Grevala snowshoeing is a way to exercise and stave off cabin fever. Starting in January, she hopes to help others shake off the winter blahs with community snowshoeing outings every Sunday on the grounds of the Northland Sportsmen’s Club.

Grevala credits Gaylord couple Dick and Linda Myers — who have been snowshoeing for a decade — for introducing her to the sport a year ago.

“Now I go out just about every day,” Grevala said. She was joined by the Myerses for a quick jaunt around the club grounds on Dec. 7, under blue skies and across deep, fresh powder, on the first of what she anticipates will be many opportunities for the community to take part in the sport.

“My personal motivation is because snowshoeing is an excellent form of exercise during the winter months,” Grevala said. “I like the social aspect of gathering in the winter because don’t we hibernate in the winter? You have to get out and enjoy something so you don’t get cabin fever.”

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The outings, which are free and open to the public, coincide with the club’s Sunday morning pancake breakfasts and will continue as long as there’s snow. Grevala expects one or two pairs of snowshoes will be available to borrow and is also looking for donations of snowshoes for the cause.

Snowshoes also are available for weekend rental at Alphorn Sport Shop on Main Street in Gaylord and can also be purchased at the Alphorn Shop, Dunham’s, MC Sports and Jay’s Sporting Goods.